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Royal Albion Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Brighton Beach

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In the heart of Brighton City Centre, Royal Albion Hotel offers a warm welcome with its British cuisine restaurant and charming bar. Enjoy a full breakfast, unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or make use of the conference space for your next big event.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Internet access
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Conference space
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Digital TV service
  • Limited housekeeping

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk
In-room safe
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Double Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk
In-room safe
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Twin Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk
In-room safe
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Single Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk
In-room safe
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
35 Old Steine, Brighton, England, BN1 1NT

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Brighton Pier - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Brighton Dome - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Brighton Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 33 min drive
  • Brighton Station - 16 min walk
  • Brighton (BSH-Brighton Train Station) - 16 min walk
  • London Road Brighton Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Charles Street Tap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Big Fish Trading Co - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chalk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Mucky Duck - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Royal Albion Hotel

When you stay at Royal Albion Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Brighton Beach and Brighton Pier. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Jennys, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, Brighton Centre and Brighton Marina are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 219 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps) in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (43 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (surcharge) (speed of 25+ Mbps)

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Jennys - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Pavilion Bar - This bar specializes in British cuisine and serves light fare only.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for GBP 7.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for GBP 7.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 to 15.00 for adults, and GBP 6 to 10.00 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from July 17 2023 to June 30 2024 (dates subject to change).

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25 per stay)

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Royal Albion Brighton
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Frequently asked questions

Is Royal Albion Hotel currently open?

This property is closed from July 17 2023 to June 30 2024 (dates subject to change).

Does Royal Albion Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Royal Albion Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Royal Albion Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of GBP 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Royal Albion Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Royal Albion Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Albion Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Royal Albion Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rendezvous Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Royal Albion Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and sailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.

Are there restaurants at or near Royal Albion Hotel?

Yes, Jennys offers British cuisine.

What's the area around Royal Albion Hotel like?

Royal Albion Hotel is located on the boardwalk/promenade in Brighton City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Brighton Pier and 9 minutes' walk from Brighton Centre.

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Reviews

Royal Albion Hotel Reviews

6.4

Good

6.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.0

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Bed
Bathroom
Lobby
View
Shower
Piers
Breakfast

Reviews

6/10 Good

A bit tired and worn out
Paul, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Brann ner

Det brann ned.
Laila, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Devastated to hear about the fire- I had a wonderful stay!
Pam, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

It was quite bad, couldn’t help but notice it burnt down… Honestly i wouldn’t recommend it unless you like the heat from the flames….
Liam, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Rooms are bad

Room was awful, really dirty and old our room was in the basement, it didn’t have any windows. The bathroom was full of mould and shower was all rusty and the bedsheets were stained with what looked like blood! The rooms look nothing like the photos online so be careful when booking. The hotel needs a big refurb!!
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Awful room 416

We paid to stay in a superior room and it was the worst hotel I’ve stayed in. Nearly £400 and we could feel the bed base through the mattress . Room 416 ! This is no exaggeration. The view was great but the windows were filthy . Location was great but again I wouldn’t stay if you don’t want the noise from surrounding bars (we had no issue with this ) but these are things not mentioned when booking The terrace is only open til 6pm . The bar next to reception is closed all day Just to add : My opinion is based on over 7 years worth of hotel stays away due to the nature of my job I was away on a weekly basis all over the country . this stay was not for work .
William, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

The superior room although had good views of the pier and seafront, it had a clothes penetrating smell of cigarette smoke, the doors to the balcony did not lock properly, the tap faucet on the sink was extremely loose, the walls were dirty and stained, the grout around the fuse box was missing leaving a quarter inch gap between the box and the plasterboard, the air vents were very dirty and full of dust. The bar person refused to change the barrel when it ran out and was extremely unhelpful. Outside the hotel was very dirty with a constant smell of dope and cigarettes which permeated the lobby and you had to walk through it whichever direction you were going. Parking was a total nightmare with extortionate London prices.
Julie, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The hotel is dirty, the room was full of dust. The pretend that they are following covid rules and only tide up the room if you stay more than 7 nights. Breakfast is horrible, coffee beans are burned and it is horrible. Check out time is ridiculous and they charge to stay until 11 and more if you decide to stay until 12. Our room was with see view and balcony but we were the only balcony without chairs, we asked for 2 chairs and they did not have a toast for it. Absolutely rubbish. We will never stay in this place again and we do not recommend it in any way shape or form. It is a nightmare.
Sergio, 4-night trip

2/10 Poor

Nothing
Alan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place is clean and staff were nice but the hotel looks like it’s seen better days..The toilet in the room looked like it had been shoved in next to the shower as an after thought.I felt jammed in between the wall and shower. I like it’s central location
Rachel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property is a little tired but our stay was very nice the staff were very nice and helpful
malcolm, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hello. The staff are very polite and courteous! But, I am sure this is not the first time you have read such reviews, the building and rooms require repair.
Serghei, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Staff good.room scruffy needs refurb.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Not bad

Good value for money
maurice, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Will never stay in this place even it is for free. I will never compromise my comfort and standard. I only blame myself for staying at this place, luckily is called "The Royal", its name should be changed, it has nothing royal about it.
Mohamed Hichem, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

kEY ELEMENTS WERE CLEAN, OVERALL HOTEL IS IN DEED OF A SIGNIFICANT INVESTMENT AS IT HAS A TYPICAL BRITANIA HOTEL TIRED FEELING.
Richard, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The hotel checked someone else into my room while I was out for dinner! I came back to find someone else in my room and half my stuff still in the room and half at reception. Management investigated and said it was a computer error and should never have happened. Offered me £15 and a discount for future stay! Complete disgrace! Avoid staying there.
george, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Parking is expensive so use the recommended parking with the special rate for hotel
Sylvia, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Extractor fan units on and off all night, very noisy, dust on carpets was measurable with a tape measure, staff unwilling to change rooms when asked as there were too many others waiting to change rooms. An over-all unpleasant stay. We came home a day early
Anthony, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good Location

We were only disappointed at the bar not being open during the day.
View from 3rd floor view
View from 3rd floor room
View from 3rd floor view
View from 3rd floor view
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tired but well worth the stay and the price
Chris, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

From the ritz to the pitz Dirty dated and disappointing Better off at the ymca You couldnt pay me to stay again
Annabel, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Disappointing & not cleaned properly

This is a very old property, they don’t provide any room service (not even water) so just arrange for yourself or you can drink from bathroom tap water. Also, the carpet flooring was not cleaned, my 8 month toddler was crawling and there were hair all over his hand, very disappointing. I agree it’s an old property but at least cleanliness should be maintained. The only pros is the location, which is just across the road from the beach. Breakfast buffet was very nice - all English breakfast, loved it.
Anup Singh, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Too hot no windows!
Cj, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Aurelijus, 3-night trip